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Moscow, Russia: Russian air defenses intercepted nearly 60 Ukrainian drones approaching Moscow in the early hours of Monday, prompting the temporary suspension of flights at all four major airports serving the Russian capital before operations were later restored, Russian authorities said. Moscow Mayor Sergei Sobyanin said on Telegram that almost 60 drones heading toward the capital were shot down overnight. He did not provide further details on the scale of the attack or potential damage but said emergency services had been dispatched to locations where drone debris fell. Russia's aviation watchdog, Rosaviatsia, temporarily halted operations at Sheremetyevo, Domodedovo, Vnukovo and Zhukovsky airports as a safety precaution during the attack. The agency later announced that flight operations had resumed after authorities determined conditions were safe. Officials did not immediately disclose how long the restrictions remained in effect or whether flights were delayed or cancelled. At roughly the same time, Russia carried out drone attacks on Ukraine, including strikes on Zaporizhzhia and Odessa. The Zaporizhzhia Regional Prosecutor’s Office reported on Telegram,“Throughout the night and morning of June 22, 2026, the Russians struck civilian infrastructure in Zaporizhzhia using unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). As a result of the enemy shelling, two women, aged 39 and 53, were killed. Another seven people were injured, including an 11-year-old boy.” The attack targeted civilian infrastructure in the southeastern Ukrainian city, with emergency services responding to the scene as authorities assessed the full extent of the damage. Ukrainian officials said the strike formed part of a broader wave of overnight Russian attacks reported across several regions of the country. The latest drone assault comes only days after Ukraine carried out a renewed strike on Moscow's only oil refinery, one of the region's most important fuel-production facilities. The refinery, operated by Gazprom Neft in Moscow's Kapotnya district, was struck for a second time within a week during a major Ukrainian drone offensive on June 18. Industry sources told Reuters that the attack damaged a key processing unit and temporarily halted refinery operations. The Moscow refinery is the capital region's largest fuel supplier and produced 11.6 million metric tons of oil products in 2024, including gasoline, diesel and aviation fuel. The facility has become a recurring target as Ukraine intensifies long-range strikes against Russian energy infrastructure. The June 22 attack reflects an escalating drone campaign by Ukraine aimed at military, energy and logistics infrastructure deep inside Russian territory. Ukrainian officials have previously described such operations as a response to Russia's continuing attacks on Ukrainian cities and infrastructure. The attack occurred amid heightened security concerns around Moscow following one of the largest drone assaults on the Russian capital since the war began. During the June 18 offensive, Russia said it shot down hundreds of drones across the country, including around 180 near Moscow. That attack damaged the city's oil refinery, disrupted airport operations and injured at least 16 people in the Moscow region, according to regional Governor Andrei Vorobyov. In response to the growing threat of drone incursions, Rosaviatsia recently announced new restrictions on light aircraft and drone operations in Moscow and several neighboring regions. The measures, which took effect on June 20, establish a minimum operating altitude of 5,200 meters, effectively grounding most private aircraft and drones in affected areas while leaving commercial airline operations unaffected.

Drone Attack Near Moscow Forces Temporary Closure Of Four Major Airports

Aviation Today News Desk / June 22, 2026

Moscow, Russia: Russian air defenses intercepted nearly 60 Ukrainian drones approaching Moscow in the early hours of Monday, prompting the […]

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways posted a net profit of QAR 7.08 billion ($1.94 billion) for the 2025/26 financial year, overcoming one of the most challenging operating environments faced by Gulf carriers in recent years as regional conflict disrupted air travel across the Middle East. The airline group’s annual earnings declined more than 7% compared with the previous fiscal year, when it had reported a record QAR 7.8 billion ($2.1 billion) profit. However, the latest results still rank among the strongest in the carrier’s history, reflecting resilient passenger demand, strong cargo performance, and operational stability despite widespread geopolitical disruption. The state-owned airline said the financial year ending March 31, 2026, was heavily impacted during its final quarter by escalating regional tensions linked to the Iran conflict, which triggered temporary airspace closures, flight diversions, schedule disruptions, and higher operating costs across the Gulf aviation sector. The crisis forced airlines throughout the region to cancel thousands of flights and reroute aircraft, creating the most significant operational disruption for Middle Eastern carriers since the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite those challenges, Qatar Airways carried more than 41.8 million passengers during the fiscal year through its Doha hub at Hamad International Airport. Passenger traffic was slightly lower than the 43.1 million travelers recorded a year earlier, reflecting the impact of regional instability during the final months of the reporting period. Cargo operations remained a major contributor to the airline’s financial performance. Qatar Airways Cargo transported more than 1.43 million tonnes of chargeable freight during the year and maintained a 12% share of the global air cargo market, reinforcing its position as one of the world’s largest international freight carriers. Chief Executive Officer Hamad Al-Khater described the financial year as a period that tested both the airline’s commercial strength and operational resilience. He said the company’s performance demonstrated the strength of its balance sheet, partnerships, and workforce despite operating under “genuine pressure” during the regional crisis. The airline said approximately 57,800 employees across more than 90 countries supported operations throughout the crisis period, particularly during the final weeks of the financial year when regional airspace disruptions intensified. Operationally, Qatar Airways maintained an on-time performance rate of 86%, placing it among the world’s top five most punctual airlines, according to Cirium rankings. The carrier also received the Cirium Platinum Award for Operational Excellence during the reporting period. The airline continued expanding its long-haul connectivity and technology offerings during the fiscal year. Qatar Airways said it now operates the world’s largest Starlink-equipped widebody fleet, with onboard high-speed internet services available on Boeing 777, Airbus A350, and Boeing 787-8 aircraft. In one of the aviation industry’s biggest fleet commitments, the airline group also signed agreements with Boeing and GE Aerospace covering up to 210 aircraft and 400 engines. The agreements are among the largest widebody aircraft and engine deals in commercial aviation history. The airline is now focused on rebuilding capacity and restoring network connectivity following the regional disruptions. Executives said Qatar Airways plans to expand its network to more than 160 destinations by summer 2026 as Gulf carriers gradually restore schedules impacted by the conflict.

Qatar Airways Reports $1.94 Billion Annual Profit Despite Middle East Turmoil

Aviation Today News Desk / May 21, 2026

Doha, Qatar: Qatar Airways posted a net profit of QAR 7.08 billion ($1.94 billion) for the 2025/26 financial year, overcoming

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